Ace Your MBA Interview

I want to ace my interview of MBA so can you please tell me the general questions asked in MBA interviews?

[Pathak]

The best strategy for approaching a MBA interview is by preparing and practicing for your interview.

Questions are commonly asked during MBA interview-

Tell me about yourself.

Your answer should be 2-3 minutes long. Talk briefly about:

Your undergraduate education and why you chose the major you did
Your work experience and accomplishments
Your career goals

Why are you interested in this school/program?

List all the reasons the school/program is ideally suited for you, from location to faculty to coursework to the school’s connections with specific industries and companies that match your career goals.

Why do you want to earn a graduate business degree?

Explain in detail your motivation for pursuing a graduate business degree and how the degree will further your career goals. Emphasize how this degree is a critical part of your career plan.

Why should we admit you?

Talk about your academic and professional accomplishments and how they make you an ideal fit for the program. Then discuss how this specific program will help you achieve your career goals.

What are your strengths and weaknesses?

Addressing strengths is fairly easy. Pick three that you feel set you apart and that you can back up with examples. As for weaknesses, turn your shortcomings into strengths

Talk about your accomplishments as a leader.

Have several leadership examples prepared, both from work and in your volunteer and community roles.

Do you have any questions about the school or program?

Have a selection of specific program or school-related questions ready, which shows that you are a serious candidate and have done your research. Avoid questions that are easily addressed by reviewing the school’s website or print collateral.